Every day, I grapple with chronic pain and discomfort, and for me, and countless others like me, the hydrotherapy pool at Northwick Park Hospital is not just a facility; it's a lifeline. It's one of the very few forms of exercise that alleviates our suffering. Unfortunately, we are facing the closure of this essential service, an act of cruelty by the hospital board that could have severe consequences for our community.

Northwick Park's hydrotherapy pool is the only one of its kind within miles, providing a unique and irreplaceable service to those with severe pain. People from all over London come here to seek relief because other services are simply not available to them. This closure means taking away the only method of physical relief many patients can tolerate and benefit from.

But this pool is more than just therapeutic relief; it's a community hub. For many patients, this is their sole opportunity to connect with others who understand their struggles. The closure would not just remove a crucial health service, but also heighten the isolation faced by people with chronic illnesses.

The impending closure could also mean that patients would have to endure increased pain and reduced mobility, as they no longer have access to the specialized care provided by hydrotherapy. This decision could lead to deteriorating mental and physical health outcomes for many individuals.

Please join me in urging the board of Northwick Park Hospital to reconsider their decision. We need to keep this vital lifeline open for all those who rely on it. Sign this petition to keep the hydrotherapy pool at Northwick Park Hospital open and accessible for the community that depends on it. Act now to stop this closure.

This is from a fellow user of the pool - 

For over 10 years, I've turned to hydrotherapy as a vital lifeline. It has completely changed my life despite my disability. The hydrotherapy pool at Northwick Park Hospital has been crucial in managing my pain and improving my mobility, with my severe rheumatoid arthritis affecting all my joints. Time and again, tests have confirmed what I know from experience: hydrotherapy works for me.

Currently, the hydrotherapy pool at Northwick Park Hospital is under threat of closure due to funding and resource challenges. But this facility is indispensable for individuals like me who rely on hydrotherapy to maintain our quality of life. For many in London, especially those with severe pain or mobility issues, it's one of the few resources that provides effective pain management and a path to greater mobility.

Hydrotherapy’s benefits are backed by numerous studies which show it can reduce pain, improve joint movement, and help manage chronic conditions. Removing access to such a beneficial service could worsen the health outcomes for countless people.

The impact reaches beyond just physical health. Having such services available sustains mental health by giving people hope and a means to cope with their conditions. The community supported by Northwick Park's hydrotherapy services showcases the positive outcomes of public health provision.

By signing this petition, you support the demand for continued funding and operation of this crucial facility, ensuring that those in need can continue accessing the life-changing benefits it offers. Please join us in urging the relevant authorities to keep hydrotherapy at Northwick Park Hospital available to all who need it.